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# Indian Classical Dance Forms: Grace, Rhythm & Cultural Heritage

## Indian Classical Dance Forms

The Sangeet Natak Akademi officially recognizes 8 Indian dance styles as classical dance forms. The primary scriptures guiding these traditions are the Natya Shastra (attributed to Bharata Muni) and the Abhinaya Darpana (written by Nandikeshwara).

| Dance Form | State of Origin |
| --- | --- |
| Bharatanatyam | Tamil Nadu |
| Kuchipudi | Andhra Pradesh |
| Kathakali | Kerala |
| Mohiniyattam | Kerala |
| Odissi | Odisha |
| Manipuri | Manipur |
| Kathak | Uttar Pradesh (Northern India) |
| Sattriya | Assam |

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